SEX TRAFFICKING

In reply to the Hon. R.L. BROKENSHIRE (20 October 2011) (First Session).

The Hon. G.E. GAGO (Minister for Agriculture, Food and Fisheries, Minister for Forests, Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Tourism, Minister for the Status of Women): I am advised:

1. Yes.

2. I asked to seek information from South Australia Police on the extent of sex trafficking in South Australia and I am advised that it is does not appear to be a major issue of concern for South Australia.

3. I am also advised that in 2000, South Australia implemented Chapter 9 of the Model Criminal Code as recommended by the Standing Committee of Attorneys-General through Part 3, Division 12 of the Criminal Law Consolidation Act 1935 (the Act). The Division targets traffickers at the domestic level and covers conduct that occurs in South Australia.